Acoustic Partition Slab September 09

CI/SfB (22.23) Rm1 (P3)September 2009 (replaces August 2009 issue)Firesafe application type Acoustic and fireConstruction type Internal Partition WallsAcoustic SlabAn easy-to-fit, semi-rigid slab for acoustic metal partitions`Rockwool Acoustic Slab is a high quality resin bondedsemi-rigid slab, designed tocombine optimum acoustic andfire performance with easy fittinginto metal partitions.Advantages• Excellent acoustic absorption• Simple and fast installation• Optimum dimensions to suit metal stud partitions• A1 Fire classification• No sagging or slumping• New slimmer 25 mm thicknessComplies withApproved Document E 2003 edition2The following NBS Plus clauses includes Acoustic Slab: k10:115, k10:125, p10:220, p10:230Meeting Approved Document E (ADE) Metal stud wall construction The Approved Document E (2003 edition) introduces, for theADE Section 5, internal wall type Bfirst time, performance criteria for internal walls. This is based R 40 dBwon laboratory rating (R ) for which a minimum value forw • Minimum 48 mm lightweight metal studsairborne sound insulation of 40 dB is required. ADE Section 5@ 600 mm centres. internal wall type B gives examples of metal stud construction• Rockwool Acoustic Slab (min) 25 mm. that should achieve this value. 2• Single layer plasterboard (10 Kg/m ) both sides.New 25 mm thickness using standard 12.5 mmplasterboardThe new slimmer 25 mm thickness Acoustic Slab is availableto comply with ADE-part E2.This has ...